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E-Paper | July 21, 2026

Iran targets American military assets in Gulf, warns of more attacks as US strikes Iran for 10th consecutive day

Iran targets American military assets in Gulf, warns of more attacks as US strikes Iran for 10th consecutive day

Iran's Guards warn Washington of “more decisive and powerful” attacks to come; say two tankers attempting to transit Hormuz "hit by explosions".

Published 21 Jul, 2026 10:14am

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US imposes new 50pc tariffs on $20bn worth of Canadian products

US imposes new 50pc tariffs on $20bn worth of Canadian products

The new tariffs, set to take effect in 30 days, will also apply to dairy products, swimming pools, furniture, fishing rods, seeds, clothing and wigs, among other items.

Published 21 Jul, 2026 09:51am

Araghchi identifies peace, security as key goals in relations with Islamabad

Araghchi identifies peace, security as key goals in relations with Islamabad

Iranian foreign minister meets Pakistan’s new envoy, discusses ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation.

Updated 21 Jul, 2026 07:38am

Lebanese army begins takeover of ‘pilot zones’

Lebanese army begins takeover of ‘pilot zones’

Rubio hails peace efforts after meeting President Aoun.

Updated 21 Jul, 2026 08:10am

EU imposes $630m fine on AliExpress over ‘illegal products’

EU imposes $630m fine on AliExpress over ‘illegal products’

Says the platform did not do enough to stop the sale of counterfeit products, including unsafe toys and cosmetics.

Updated 21 Jul, 2026 08:20am

Branded Content

Nishat Group prepares for the REEVolution of Adventure

Nishat Group prepares for the REEVolution of Adventure

The market is no longer driven solely by traditional powertrains; it is moving towards intelligent mobility solutions that offer greater flexibility for everyday life.

SkyPorter launches in Pakistan: A traveller-powered way to send items anywhere

SkyPorter launches in Pakistan: A traveller-powered way to send items anywhere

SkyPorter is the travel-powered delivery platform that connects people who need to send items across borders with travellers who have spare luggage space.

Moving businesses forward: How Yango is redefining corporate mobility in Pakistan

Moving businesses forward: How Yango is redefining corporate mobility in Pakistan

Yango Pakistan Country Head Miral Sharif and Yango Ride Head of B2B Ivan Kaplunovich discuss the evolving landscape of corporate mobility in Pakistan.

US attacks deepen hardship, not dissent, in Iran's south

US attacks deepen hardship, not dissent, in Iran's south

'Politicians come and go': Larry the cat welcomes 7th prime minister

'Politicians come and go': Larry the cat welcomes 7th prime minister

'Viva España!: Spain unites in joy at second FIFA World Cup crown

'Viva España!: Spain unites in joy at second FIFA World Cup crown

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Researchers use Nasa climate data to train AI models

Researchers use Nasa climate data to train AI models

Fans from Pakistan to Palestine and beyond rejoice after Spain crowned FIFA World Cup champions

Fans from Pakistan to Palestine and beyond rejoice after Spain crowned FIFA World Cup champions

Javier Bardem and Mehdi Hasan agree, Argentina versus Spain is a bit like Israel versus Palestine

Javier Bardem and Mehdi Hasan agree, Argentina versus Spain is a bit like Israel versus Palestine

Effective global AI governance a must to address challenges

Effective global AI governance a must to address challenges

Nato diplomacy in a multilayered world

Nato diplomacy in a multilayered world

Amendment to imperial house law: recognising emperor as a symbol

Amendment to imperial house law: recognising emperor as a symbol

20 Afghans killed,100 missing after floods

20 Afghans killed,100 missing after floods

Afghanistan’s disaster agency forecasts more rain and storms to come across multiple provinces.

Updated 21 Jul, 2026 08:25am

Andy Burnham becomes UK PM, says Britain needs to 'regain stability'

Andy Burnham becomes UK PM, says Britain needs to 'regain stability'

UK's sixth premier in last 10 years vows cost-of-living measures; finance minister quits; PM Shehbaz says "together, we will strive to elevate Pakistan–UK relations".

Updated 20 Jul, 2026 08:06pm

Trump dismisses NY Mayor Mamdani's threat to arrest Netanyahu

Trump dismisses NY Mayor Mamdani's threat to arrest Netanyahu

Netanyahu's office also dismisses Mamdani's stance, calls ICC kangaroo court.

Published 20 Jul, 2026 11:05pm

Hundreds protest in Delhi demanding restoration of autonomy for occupied Kashmir

Hundreds protest in Delhi demanding restoration of autonomy for occupied Kashmir

CM Omar Abdullah says protesters were stopped by police from staging their demonstration.

Updated 20 Jul, 2026 10:54pm

Hamas says Khalil al-Hayya elected as group's new chief

Hamas says Khalil al-Hayya elected as group's new chief

Hayya defeated former Hamas chief and veteran leader Khaled Meshaal in the leadership contest.

Published 20 Jul, 2026 05:25pm

South Asia

20 Afghans killed,100 missing after floods

20 Afghans killed,100 missing after floods

Hundreds protest in Delhi demanding restoration of autonomy for occupied Kashmir

Hundreds protest in Delhi demanding restoration of autonomy for occupied Kashmir

Indian police fire tear gas, baton-charge Cockroach Janta Party protesters trying to march on parliament

Indian police fire tear gas, baton-charge Cockroach Janta Party protesters trying to march on parliament

'Over 100 cops at hospital': Wife alleges Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk illegally detained under guise of medical care

'Over 100 cops at hospital': Wife alleges Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk illegally detained under guise of medical care

Middle East

Iran targets American military assets in Gulf, warns of more attacks as US strikes Iran for 10th consecutive day

Iran targets American military assets in Gulf, warns of more attacks as US strikes Iran for 10th consecutive day

Lebanese army begins takeover of ‘pilot zones’

Lebanese army begins takeover of ‘pilot zones’

Hamas says Khalil al-Hayya elected as group's new chief

Hamas says Khalil al-Hayya elected as group's new chief

Yemen's Houthis declare maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia

Yemen's Houthis declare maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia

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Trump seeks damages from Canada over wildfires

20 Afghans killed,100 missing after floods

Lebanese army begins takeover of ‘pilot zones’

Researchers use Nasa climate data to train AI models

EU imposes $630m fine on AliExpress over ‘illegal products’

Police fire tear gas at student march in New Delhi

Retaliatory strikes kill five in Russia, eight in Ukraine

Trump dismisses Mamdani’s threat to arrest Netanyahu

Philippines accuses China of injuring sailor in sea clash

‘Politicians come and go’: Larry the cat welcomes seventh UK PM

Effective global AI governance a must to address challenges

Amendment to imperial house law: recognising emperor as a symbol

Nato diplomacy in a multilayered world

Horse sculptures gallop into National Art Museum of China

NYT report on new FBI directive stuns nation

Putin meets North Korean FM, hails Pyongyang’s war support

Ferry capsizes off Guyana, 66 missing

Forest fire spreads north of Madrid

Earthquake shakes Peru’s Andes region, killing at least 5, displacing hundreds

Six soldiers killed in armed attack in Niger

12,000 excess deaths recorded across Europe during June heatwave

Vacation plans during intense heatwave

Mamdani says still mulling Netanyahu arrest during UN meet

German lawmaker resigns after surrogacy furore